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Is Cheddar cheese keto?

Keto-friendly

Yes, cheddar cheese is keto-friendly. A serving (1 oz (28 g)) has about 0.4 g of net carbs.

Share of a 25 g net-carb day2%

The short answer

Naturally very low in carbs. Block cheese beats pre-shredded, which can contain starch.

Read more: Can you eat cheese on keto?

A typical serving is 1 oz (28 g). That has 113 calories, 7 g protein, 9.2 g fat and 0.4 g net carbs (0.4 g total carbs − 0 g fiber).

How many servings fit in your carb budget?

50servings at 20 g/day
62servings at 25 g/day
125servings at 50 g/day

Based on using your entire daily net-carb limit on this one food, which you would not do in practice.

Nutrition facts

Serving size1 oz (28 g)
Calories113
Total fat9.2 g
Total carbohydrate0.4 g
Dietary fiber0 g
Net carbs0.4 g
Protein7 g

Per 100 g: 403 kcal · 1.3 g net carbs · 25 g protein · 33 g fat. Estimates vary by brand and preparation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is cheddar cheese keto?

Yes, cheddar cheese is keto-friendly. A serving (1 oz (28 g)) has about 0.4 g of net carbs.

How many carbs are in cheddar cheese?

A serving of cheddar cheese (1 oz (28 g)) has about 0.4 g of total carbohydrates and 0 g of fiber, which works out to roughly 0.4 g of net carbs. Per 100 g it has about 1.3 g of net carbs.

Can I eat cheddar cheese on a keto diet?

Yes. Naturally very low in carbs. Block cheese beats pre-shredded, which can contain starch. Keep an eye on total calories, especially with calorie-dense foods.

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